Independent 23/02/10
We may think it only affects boys. But the female variant is often much harder to spot – and that means thousands of girls may be going undiagnosed. Jeremy Laurance reports
Timesonline 14/02/10
Scientists have found that some symptoms of autism can be alleviated by a nasal spray containing oxytocin, the “bonding” hormone.
Telegraph 13/02/10
A genetic defect that causes children to dislike being hugged and sometimes reject all physical affection is closer to being understood following research into the sensory part of the brain.
Times 06/02/10
Autism and related conditions are being underdiagnosed in women and teenage girls, with many cases being confused with eating disorders or other problems, researchers say.
Guardian 23/01/10
Rupert Isaacson believes riding has transformed his autistic son. Now he wants others to benefit from his experience. But is it too good to be true?
BBC News 13/01/10
Experts at Durham University are trying to find out how babies see the world and are asking parents to volunteer their children for the research.
Telegraph 08/01/10
Children could be screened for autism at an early age after scientists developed a way to recognise the condition using brain scans.
Independent 5/11/09
The debate over its risks has split political and scientific opinion in Britain.
October 21st 2009
Blood levels of mercury are similar in children with autism and in those developing typically, a study released Monday found.
26th September 2009
It’s every parent’s dream: to hear from the teacher that he is gifted.